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Twin Cities-area businesses are experiencing a significant uptick in Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Notices of Inspection (NOI) requiring them to produce all relevant Form I-9s for their employees. Recent shifts in federal immigration enforcement have led to a significant change in how U.S. DHS initiates audits. While NOI were...
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If you’re a Minnesota government employee, you may assume that the person(s) you list as the beneficiary of your PERA retirement account will receive those funds when you pass. I recently learned—both personally and unexpectedly—that this may not be the case. I joined Hellmuth & Johnson after spending six years...
When a loved one passes away, questions about how their assets are handled can quickly become complex and emotional. If you believe that a trustee has mismanaged funds, acted unfairly, or violated the terms of a trust, you may need to take legal action to protect your rights. But how...
Think of one of the nicest things anyone has done for you. Maybe someone made a grand gesture, or showed up when you needed support, or saved you from something difficult or unpleasant? Whatever it was, it probably made your life better and showed you that someone cared. When you...
As cannabis businesses progress through the pre-approval licensing stage, the next major challenge is securing a compliant location. During the 2023 legislative session, prior to the legalization of cannabis zoning, local control remained the final unresolved issue. Local governments were not granted the authority to ban cannabis outright, but they...
Most people understand that having an estate plan benefits them and their loved ones. However, many individuals do not initiate the estate planning process because they do not fully understand the nuances of foundational estate planning tools such as a will and a trust and the full implications of dying...
Critical Dates for Employers Under Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave: Things to Do & When to Do Them In my previous article, we discussed employer obligations under the upcoming Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (Paid Leave) program launching in January 2026: Overview of Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical...
Elevate your legal writing and general practice by exploring the Kanban method. Introduction Legal writing is one of the most time-consuming and mentally demanding parts of modern law practice. Drafting a persuasive motion, composing client communications, or refining internal memoranda all require sustained focus, strategic organization, and frequent revisions. Yet...
We have heard the news – insurance is not getting any cheaper. This year, Minnesota homeowners may have insurance premiums increase by 15%.[1] That increase dramatically exceeds inflation.[2] Those on a fixed income may have difficulty keeping pace with rising insurance costs. It is only a matter of time before...
Has your home been damaged by a contractor’s faulty work? Did your contractor lie to you or steal money from you? Or did your contractor simply walk off the job? If any of these situations apply to you, you may be entitled to compensation from the Minnesota Contractor Recovery Fund....
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? I practice estate planning and I chose this area of practice because I feel that I can have a positive impact on people’s lives by planning for worst case scenarios. When did you decide you wanted...